Aberlour 16 Year Old vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Aberlour 16 Year Old | Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 16 yr | NAS |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.13/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Quick verdict
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.13).
Aberlour 16 Year Old is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Aberlour 16 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 16 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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Only Aberlour 16 Year Old
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